Assignment: Evaluate Computer Hardware
1. View the specifications of a computer below.
2. Explain what 2.2 GHz refers to in the Processor description.
3. Explain what 64bit Dual Core Processor describes.
4. Look at the Memory description, explain what 8GB DDR3 1600 describes.
5. Look at the storage description. What does 2 TB SATA 7200 RPM2 TB SATA 7200 RPM describe?
6. Evaluate the processor, memory, and storage as a basis to decide whether you would purchase the computer to use as a student. (Consider the processor speed, the number of CPUs, the amount of RAM and storage. For example, consider whether or not you might need more CPU power. If you are a gamer, you will need a more powerful CPU and graphics processor.)
7. Conclude whether you would purchase this computer to use as a student?
ASUS ET2324IUT-C2
• Brand - ASUS
• Model - ET2324IUT-C2
• Part Number - 90PT0111-M00830
Quick Info
• Type - All-in-One PC
• Form Factor - All-in-One
• Usage - Consumer
• Color - Black
• Processor - Intel Core i5-5200U 2.2 GHz
• Processor Main Features - 64 bit Dual Core Processor
• Cache Per Processor - 3 MB L3 Cache
• Memory - 8 GB DDR3 1600
• Storage - 2 TB SATA 7200 RPM
• Optical Drive - Tray-in Supermulti DVD RW
• Graphics - Intel HD Graphics 5500
• Ethernet - Gigabit Ethernet
• Power Supply - 90W
• Monitor - 23" IPS panel, Full HD 1920 x 1080 LED-backlit display
• Operating System - Windows 8.1 64-Bit
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.